Boston Police Discover Firearm During Traffic Stop
In downtown Boston on August 20, 2026, police initiated a traffic stop for a moped violating traffic laws. During the stop, officers discovered a firearm with an extended magazine and 34 rounds of ammunition concealed in a satchel belonging to…
Boston, MA, August 21, 2026 —
Boston, MA – A routine traffic stop in downtown Boston on August 20, 2026, led to the discovery of a firearm and a subsequent arrest. Police officers initiated the stop after observing a moped violating traffic laws.
During the interaction with the operator, identified as Raequan Patterson, officers reportedly found a firearm. The weapon was discovered concealed within a satchel belonging to Patterson. Authorities stated the firearm was equipped with an extended magazine and contained 34 rounds of ammunition.
Patterson, a 29-year-old resident of Roxbury, was taken into custody at the scene. He is facing multiple charges related to firearms offenses. In addition to the firearm charges, Patterson also received citations for the original traffic violations that prompted the stop.
The specific firearm-related charges and further details regarding the investigation were not immediately available. The incident occurred in the downtown area of Boston.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
